Nuclear Power Debate in Australia
In the 2010 book Why vs. Why: Nuclear Power Barry Brook and Ian Lowe discuss and articulate the debate about nuclear power. Brook argues that there are various reasons why people should say "yes" to nuclear power, and these reasons include:
- Because renewable energy and energy efficiency may or may not solve the energy and climate crises
- Because nuclear fuel is virtually unlimited and "packs a huge energy punch"
- Because new technology solves the “nuclear waste” problem
- Because nuclear power is the safest energy option
Lowe argues that there are various reasons why people should say "no" to nuclear power:
- Because it is not a fast enough response to climate change
- Because it is too expensive
- Because the need for baseload electricity is exaggerated
- Because the problem of waste remains unresolved
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